Despite Gaza ceasefire, ‘we haven’t seen the worst’: B’Tselem chief
Summary
Yuli Novak from the Israeli human rights group B’Tselem warns that the situation in Israel-Palestine remains dangerous, despite a US-brokered ceasefire in Gaza. Novak emphasizes the need for accountability for Israeli actions, which human rights groups and UN investigators have labeled as genocidal. Since the ceasefire, Israeli attacks have continued, resulting in more Palestinian casualties and worsening conditions in Gaza and the West Bank.Key Facts
- Yuli Novak is the executive director of the Israeli human rights group B’Tselem.
- A US-brokered ceasefire aimed to reduce Israeli attacks in Gaza, but violence continues.
- Over 360 Palestinians have died in Gaza after the ceasefire began.
- Israel has restricted humanitarian aid to Gaza, affecting temporary shelter for people.
- Over 69,000 Palestinians have died due to the ongoing conflict in Gaza.
- Human Rights Watch reported the forced displacement of 32,000 Palestinians in the West Bank.
- Settlers, sometimes protected by Israeli military, have attacked Palestinian communities.
- Novak and colleague Kareem Jubran are meeting US lawmakers to discuss necessary accountability for the situation in Gaza.
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